Emerald Bay cruise
Paddlewheeler or speedboat into Tahoe's most famous bay.
See dates and prices →☀️ Relaxed things to do
Heavenly Gondola ride
Ride up for a sweeping view of the lake and Carson Valley.
See dates and prices →Sunset sail
A sailboat on the lake at golden hour with drinks.
See dates and prices →Full lake scenic tour with lunch stop
Drive the full 72-mile loop with the best viewpoints and a lakeside lunch.
See dates and prices →🍷 Foodie things to do
Tahoe brewery tour
Local craft breweries in Truckee and around the lake.
See dates and prices →Dinner cruise on the lake
Dinner on a paddlewheeler with mountain views.
See dates and prices →🧗 Adventure things to do
Clear kayak or paddleboard tour
Glide over crystal water and granite boulders.
See dates and prices →Guided hike with lake views
A local guide picks trails to match the season and your group.
See dates and prices →Snowshoe tour
Easy snowshoeing through quiet winter forests.
See dates and prices →E-bike tour along the shore
Lakeside bike paths and viewpoints on pedal-assist bikes.
See dates and prices →Lake Tahoe fishing charter
Fish for mackinaw and rainbow trout year-round with gear and a captain.
See dates and prices →Snowmobile tour with lake views
Ride forest trails to ridges high above the lake.
See dates and prices →Where wedding guests should eat in Lake Tahoe
Christy Hill
Tahoe City
Lake-view dining at sunset.
Map ↗Edgewood Restaurant
Stateline
Elegant dining on the golf course by the lake.
Map ↗Lone Eagle Grille
Incline Village
Lodge-style dining room right on the water.
Map ↗Gar Woods Grill & Pier
Carnelian Bay
Big deck on the lake. Famous Wet Woody cocktail.
Map ↗Sunnyside
West Shore
Lakeside deck for long summer lunches.
Map ↗Moody's Bistro
Truckee
Live jazz and good food in historic Truckee.
Map ↗Riva Grill
South Lake Tahoe
On the water at Ski Run Marina.
Map ↗Jake's on the Lake
Tahoe City
Classic lakefront dining and happy hour.
Map ↗Cottonwood
Truckee
Hilltop restaurant with views over Truckee.
Map ↗Fire Sign Café
West Shore
Beloved breakfast spot. Expect a short wait.
Map ↗Base Camp Pizza
South Lake Tahoe
Pizza and beer near Heavenly Village.
Map ↗The Bridgetender
Tahoe City
Burgers on a deck by the Truckee River.
Map ↗Where to stay
- Edgewood Tahoe Resort $$$
Stateline. Lakefront lodge with a golf course. - The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe $$$
Northstar. Mid-mountain resort with ski-in access. - Basecamp Tahoe City $$$
Tahoe City. Fun, relaxed hotel near the lake.
Getting around
- A car is essential. North and South Shore are about an hour apart.
- Carry chains in winter. Mountain passes can require them.
- Emerald Bay traffic is heavy on summer weekends. Go early.
- TART Connect offers free on-demand rides around North Lake Tahoe.
Arriving
Reno-Tahoe (RNO) is about 1 hour away. Sacramento (SMF) is 2 hours.
Good to know for guests in Lake Tahoe
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- Tipping: Expected: 18 to 22% in restaurants. Large groups often get an automatic gratuity.
- Dinner time: Dinner usually from 6 to 9 pm. Popular restaurants book up weeks ahead.
- Power plugs: Type A and B plugs, 120 V.
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Questions guests ask about Lake Tahoe
When is the best time for a wedding in Lake Tahoe?
June to September, December to March for snow is the most popular season. A giant alpine lake with granite beaches, pine forests and mountain towns. Summer means boats and hiking, winter means skiing.
How do guests get to Lake Tahoe?
Reno-Tahoe (RNO) is about 1 hour away. Sacramento (SMF) is 2 hours.
How do guests get around Lake Tahoe?
A car is essential. North and South Shore are about an hour apart. Carry chains in winter. Mountain passes can require them. Emerald Bay traffic is heavy on summer weekends. Go early. TART Connect offers free on-demand rides around North Lake Tahoe.
What can wedding guests do in Lake Tahoe as a group?
Good group options include emerald Bay cruise, clear kayak or paddleboard tour, heavenly Gondola ride, guided hike with lake views. Most have private options for 10 to 20 people.
Is there a ready-made weekend plan for guests in Lake Tahoe?
Yes. Our Lake Tahoe wedding weekend itinerary has relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
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Lake Tahoe wedding weekend itinerary
Ready-made relaxed, foodie and adventure plans for the day before, the wedding day and the day after.
See the plan →Welcome dinner restaurants in Lake Tahoe
Group-friendly places for the welcome or rehearsal dinner and the day-after brunch, with local dinner times and tipping.
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